Gov. Hochul Proposes Mental Health Legislation, Bolsters Abortion Access and Medication Affordability in New York
Gov. Hochul outlined healthcare priorities in New York, focusing on mental health, abortion access, and medication costs, including plans for involuntary hospitalization and support for abortion providers.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue Awarded $2 Million to Fortify Defenses Against Avian Flu
Bellevue Hospital in NYC received a $2 million federal grant to prepare for the bird flu, focusing on staff education and diagnostic improvement to combat the virus's potential spread.
New York Faces Challenge as Nurse Graduation Rates Decline Amidst Pandemic Repercussions
New York sees a 4% drop in RN graduations post-pandemic, with a faculty shortage and insufficient resources for students despite increased program applications.
Governor Hochul Unveils Education and Youth Mental Health Initiatives for New York
Governor Hochul proposes new education and mental health initiatives in New York, including teen mental health programs, college-in-high-school courses, apprenticeships, and after-school programs with mental health resources.
Mayor Adams Signs Bills Enhancing City Workers' Health Benefits and Boosting Security in NYC Private Schools
Mayor Eric Adams signed two bills in NYC: one to simplify health insurance enrollment for city workers, and another to expand security funding for private schools.
NYC Public Hospital Doctors Postpone Strike, Seeking Resolution in Fair Pay Dispute
NYC public hospital doctors have delayed their planned strike, as negotiations on fair pay and working conditions continue, following an appeal from Mayor Eric Adams for more talks.
NYC Outreach Programs Ramp Up to Aid Homeless in Winter's Grip, Focus on Substance Abuse Treatment and Health Risks
Outreach programs in New York are intensifying efforts to aid the homeless during winter, with a focus on health care and substance abuse treatment, including a mobile medication unit in the Bronx.
New York Governor Hochul Bolsters Mental Health Funding with $2M to Prevent Suicide Among Veterans and First Responders
NY Governor Hochul allocates an additional $2M for the CARES UP initiative, aimed at boosting mental health and suicide prevention support for veterans and first responders.
Outbreak Alert: Norovirus Cases Skyrocket in New York City, Nationwide Surge Since 2012
NYC faces a surge in norovirus cases with 1,300 reported last December, hitting a high since 2012. Nationwide outbreaks are also up, with health experts emphasizing hand-washing and surface cleaning to combat the highly contagious virus.
Governor Hochul Partners with Independent Living Centers to Strengthen Home Care in New York
Governor Kathy Hochul announces a new initiative partnering with ILCs to improve New York's CDPAP, facilitating registration with PPL to maintain quality home care services.
NY-Based Ataraxis Raises $20M to Advance AI in Cancer Diagnostics Amid Industry Boom
New York AI startups Ataraxis and NYU Langone's AI tool advance cancer detection with recent funding and development in breast and lung cancer diagnostics, respectively.
US Surgeon General Pushes for Cancer Warnings on Booze, New York Experts Applaud Move to Spotlight Alcohol-Cancer Link
The U.S. Surgeon General advocates for cancer warning labels on alcohol due to its link to several cancers, highlighting a lack of public awareness and a need for revised federal guidelines.
New York Faces Legal Challenges Over Medicaid Home Care Program Overhaul Amid Bid-Rigging Allegations
New York faces a lawsuit over a controversial $9 billion Medicaid home care overhaul, with claims of a "sham bidding process" for a Georgia-based firm's contract.












